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Sergio Mendoza’s family has been farming agave in the highlands of Jalisco for five generations. Five. And now he’s partnered with Jim Ruane to bring the world Cierto tequila. The two sit down with Greg to talk about Highland vs. Valley tequila, what it’s like to work with your uncle, the controversy over additives that won’t go away, and how exactly Sergio learned to balance three glasses in his fingertips at once.
Plus, Thanksgiving is coming up. I know right? Greg has some words of wisdom for anyone who isn’t feeling it this year.
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